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Stakeholder engagement a key factor in structuring M&A: EY

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 1 DEC 2017  |  NEWS
... survey found that the most active sectors pursuing acquisition in the next 12 months are telecommunications, automotive, technology, power and utilities, and mining and minerals "with most recording a medium level of convergence with the tech sector." ...

CDP issues 2017 Climate Change Report for Australia/New Zealand companies

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 1 DEC 2017  |  NEWS
... with 11 risks reported in the region in 2017." The reported noted as a case study, Alcoa invested US$115 million in technology and infrastructure improvements, "including reducing the water needed for bauxite production, minimising bauxite residue and ...

The Sustainability Report Podcast: Dr Katina Michael

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 27 OCT 2017  |  NEWS
On this episode of The Sustainability Report Podcast, we're talking about how technology is changing how our economy operates and what disruption means both socially and economically. Innovation in renewable energy, battery storage and other areas have ...

CEFC, Right Click Capital invest in Redback Technologies

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 13 OCT 2017  |  NEWS
... energy use is good for power costs, and it's good for lowering carbon." Right Click Capital focuses on early-stage technology with the potential to disrupt inefficient sectors and offers both financial backing and the benefit of its lengthy experience ...

IGCC survey finds institutional investors seeking to increase low-carbon investments

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 22 SEP 2017  |  NEWS
... challenge to investment, while 90% identified a lack of investable deals. "There are arguments that market forces and technology have bypassed the need for compliance- based drivers," Herd said. "It's true that there is a lot of market momentum, but ...

Local Government Super hires David Smith as new CEO

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 8 SEP 2017  |  NEWS
... growth." Smith is a fellow at the Australian Institute of Management, holds a MBA from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and is a graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD). He has extensive board experience, currently ...

New super funds use technology, responsible investment focus to reach members

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 1 SEP 2017  |  NEWS
... The forthcoming launch of new retail superannuation funds points to an interesting trend - a focus on member-centric technology, more focused investment offerings and out-front messaging putting responsible/ethical investment at the centre of the offering. ...

Less than half of ASX100 companies have exec-level technologist: Calastone

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 18 AUG 2017  |  NEWS
... isolated from disruption, due to consumer/investor preferences that are continuing to involve, as well as the power of technology, and regulation evolving," Hayward said. "Having the technologists at that executive level will start driving that conversation." ...

CEFC lends $32m for construction of green student accommodation project

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 4 AUG 2017  |  NEWS
... increase those standards by demonstrating the clear economic and environmental benefits of incorporating clean energy technology in the planning and construction phase," Wade said. "Through the CEFC's finance, the Waymouth Street development will achieve ...

Pauline Vamos outlines initial priorities as CEO of Regnan

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 21 JUL 2017  |  NEWS
Social issues including human capital and the impact of artificial technology on employment and labour are some of the issues that Pauline Vamos will engage with companies on in her new role as chief executive officer of Regnan. Pauline Vamos, CEO ...